Jayce Ogren, conductor PROGRAM *Four Folk Songs*, Gabriela Lena Frank *Chamber Concerto No. 3: Divergence for 5 musicians*, Huang Ruo *Phonotopographie*, Zosha Di Castri *Aventures*, György Ligeti *This Land Sings*, Michael Daugherty

*Organ Encore!* recitals feature the historic Frieze Memorial Organ in Hill Auditorium following select ensemble concerts. Organ faculty and students will offer 20-minute programs that elaborate upon the theme or concept of the preceding concert. On October 8, Professors Caroline Robinson and Nicole Keller will continue the Chamber Choir’s celebration of University of Michigan composers with a program featuring works of William Albright and William Bolcom, who wrote for the instrument in Hill Auditorium.

Renowned American harpsichordist Arthur Haas performs J.S. Bach's legendary Goldberg Variations in a solo recital. Winner of the 1975 Paris International Harpsichord Competition, Haas has appeared as a soloist throughout Europe and the United States. Currently, he is a member of the *Aulos Ensemble*, *Empire Viols*, and *Aula Harmoniæ*. Presented by the Stearns Collection of Musical Instruments.

Designed to rehearse, perform, and examine the repertoire of the jazz big band, the Jazz Lab Ensemble explores classic, historically significant repertoire as well as new arrangements and/or compositions. This is also a class that is intended to develop the necessary skills of section lead playing, rehearsal techniques, jazz phrasing and styles. A wide selection of materials is used to attain these goals including the music of classic big bands such as the Thad Jones Orchestra, Count Basie Orchestra, Dizzy Gillespie Band, Oliver Nelson, Duke Pearson and Duke Ellington Orchestra. Dennis Wilson, conductor

Enjoy a performance by the University of Michigan Jazz Ensemble – the most competitive of the University’s jazz ensembles. Open by audition only, most seats are filled by majors within the Department of Jazz & Contemporary Improvisation. Kris Johnson, conductor

With a string section comprising all freshmen, the Philharmonia Orchestra provides student musicians an immersive opportunity to improve their large ensemble skills and play some of the greatest works in the symphonic repertoire. Jayce Ogren, conductor PROGRAM *Anemology* Steven Mackey *La mer* Claude Debussy ––– *Parking / Traffic alert for attendees:*

Come join the Michigan Bands for their annual extravaganza, Band-O-Rama! Featuring the Concert Band, Symphony Band, and the Michigan Marching Band, this lively and entertaining show celebrates the history and legendary musicianship of Michigan's storied band programs. This year's concert also pays tribute to the 250th anniversary of the United States with a wide spectrum of music by some of America's greatest composers. Conducted by Jason Fettig, Courtney Snyder, John Pasquale, and Richard Frey Student tickets are not available for this performance. Recommended Ages: 3+ PROGRAM Concert Band: *Liberty Fanfare*, John Williams, arr. James Curnow *American Salute*, Morton Gould *M Rhapsody*, traditional, Floyd Werle Symphony Band: *Fanfare, Hymn and Finale*, Peter Boyer *Dona Nobis Pacem for Wind Ensemble*, Michael Daugherty *Sesquicentennial Exposition March*, John Philip Sousa *Mambo* from *West Side Story*, Leonard Bernstein, arr. Paul Lavender *Victors Valiant*, Jerry Bilik U-M Marching Band: *Classic Repertoire - TBA* ––– *Parking / Traffic alert for attendees:*

*Organ Encore!* recitals feature the historic Frieze Memorial Organ in Hill Auditorium following select ensemble concerts. Organ faculty and students will offer 20-minute programs that elaborate upon the theme or concept of the preceding concert. On October 27, Professor Caroline Robinson will offer works of Johann Sebastian Bach, Florence Price, and Nathaniel Dett to expound upon the University Choir’s program of “Joyful Melodies.” *Organ Encore!* recitals are free with no admission required; just remain in your seat to continue to enjoy the show!

A monthly performance series featuring our outstanding SMTD string students as soloists and in chamber music ensembles. These young artists are selected by the faculty to perform at this prestigious event.

Join us for \"Movie Night\" featuring a screening of the 1924 Buster Keaton silent film, *Sherlock Jr.*, with a film score by composer Stephen Prutsman performed live by the Telegraph Quartet with recent U-M doctoral graduate, pianist Takeshi Nagayasu. The program also includes two other works influenced by film or staged works – Dimitri Shostakovich’s *Elegy* and *Polka*, and Erich Wolfgang Korngold’s String Quartet No. 3 in D Major, Op. 34. Shostakovich wrote *Elegy* and its companion piece *Polka* in a single night in 1931. *Elegy* is the transcription of a haunting aria from his opera *Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk*, while *Polka* is a version of a comical dance from his soccer-inspired ballet *The Golden Age*. These short pieces were lost for many years and not rediscovered until the 1980s when they were made available by the USSR State Copyright Agency. Korngold’s String Quartet No. 3 was his last chamber music work, completed in 1945. Korngold was one of the most influential composers in Hollywood, and in his third string quartet he quoted from his scores for films including *Between Two Worlds* (1944), *The Sea Wolf* (1941), and *Devotion* (1943). A stylistically versatile composer, Prutsman has written scores to accompany several of Buster Keaton’s silent films – many of which are decidedly comedic. For this story, which involves a dream sequence, a secret theft, a wild villain chase, and pining after a love interest, Prustman turns to an assortment of tones, rhythms, and musical techniques in order to emphasize the emotional stakes throughout the film. ABOUT TELEGRAPH QUARTET The Telegraph (Eric Chin and Joseph Maile, violins; Pei-Ling Lin, viola; Jeremiah Shaw, cello) formed in 2013 with an equal passion for standard and contemporary chamber music repertoire; they rose quickly, winning the prestigious 2016 Walter W. Naumburg Chamber Music Award and the Grand Prize at the 2014 Fischoff Chamber Music Competition. Today, they perform across the United States and abroad, at venues including New York City’s Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and Town Hall; San Francisco’s Herbst Theatre; the Philharmonie de Paris; and at festivals including the Chautauqua Institute, Music in the Vineyards in Napa Valley, and the Emilia Romagna Festival in Italy. The Telegraph Quartet released its celebrated debut album *Into the Light* in 2018 and is currently recording an extensive three-album series titled *20th Century Vantage Points* for Azica Records, exploring string quartets of the 20th century. The first volume, *Divergent Paths* (2022), features two works that (to the best of the Quartet’s knowledge) have never been recorded on the same album before: Maurice Ravel’s String Quartet in F Major and Arnold Schoenberg’s String Quartet No. 1 in D minor, Op. 7. In August 2025, the Telegraph released the second volume, *Edge of the Storm*, which examines the turbulent years of war and its aftermath from 1941-1951 through string quartets by Grażyna Bacewicz, Benjamin Britten, and Mieczysław Weinberg. Volume three will be released in fall 2027. In addition, the Telegraph released a recording of the string quartets of Robert Sirota in summer 2026 (Azica Records) and will release a recording of Kenji Bunch string quartets in spring 2027 (Phenotypic Records). Beyond the concert stage, the Telegraph Quartet seeks to spread its music through education and audience engagement. The Quartet has given master classes, served as artists-in-residence, and launched ChamberFEAST!, a chamber music workshop in Taiwan. In fall 2020, Telegraph launched an online video project called TeleLab, in which the ensemble collectively breaks down the components of a movement from various works for quartet. In the summers of 2022 and 2024, the Telegraph Quartet traveled to Vienna to work with Schoenberg expert Henk Guittart in conjunction with the Arnold Schoenberg Center, researching all of Schoenberg's string quartets.

The Michigan Youth Trombone Ensemble (MYTE), under the direction of Professor David Jackson, provides students advanced experience in performing a variety of trombone ensemble repertoire. Students will work with current U-M trombone students to strengthen their overall musicianship, learn new repertoire, and participate in collaborative music making through weekly rehearsals. The Michigan Youth Trombone Ensemble is open by audition to high-school aged trombonists. Faculty Director David Jackson

Led by seven-time Grammy nominee John Santos, the John Santos Sextet brings Afro-Latin jazz to life through irresistible rhythms, bold improvisation, and deep musical connection. The ensemble blends jazz with the rich traditions of the Caribbean and Latin America, creating music that is both rooted in history and vibrantly contemporary. Known for its dynamic performances and exceptional musicianship, the sextet invites audiences into a joyful, soulful exploration of rhythm and culture. Expect an unforgettable evening of percussion-driven grooves, spirited collaboration, and music that moves both body and mind. Presented by the Center for World Performances Studies with support from the School of Music, Theatre & Dance Percussion Program. *If you are a person with a disability who requires an accommodation to participate in this event, please contact the Center for World Performance Studies at cwps.information@umich.edu at least one week in advance of this event. Please be aware that advance notice is necessary as some accommodations may require more time for the University to arrange.*

These ensembles are part of the Michigan Youth Ensembles program, which brings together exceptional high school and middle school students for weekly rehearsals at SMTD. The Michigan Youth Chamber Singers (MYCS) is a select SATB choir composed of outstanding vocalists from across the region. Students interact with U-M SMTD faculty and graduate students to perform challenging standard chamber choir repertoire. MYCS is open to advanced high-school aged singers. Matthew Abernathy, conductor The Michigan Youth Treble Singers (MYTS) is a select treble choir composed of outstanding middle school vocalists from across the region. Students interact with U-M SMTD faculty and students to perform repertoire from a wide variety of styles and time periods. MYTS is open to middle-school aged singers with unchanged voices. Julie Skadsem, conductor PROGRAM (MYCS): *Underneath the Stars*, arr. Clements *The King Shall Rejoice* (movement 1), Handel *Adinu*, Abu-Khader *Look Down, Fair Moon*, Mari Esabel Valverde *Tres Cantos Nativos dos Indios Krao*, Marcos Leite

These ensembles are part of the Michigan Youth Ensembles (MYE) program, which brings together exceptional high school students for weekly rehearsals at SMTD. MYE Students, who are selected by audition, have the opportunity to engage in a stimulating environment, while learning from U-M conductors, applied faculty, and graduate students. PROGRAM Michigan Youth Symphonic Band Courtney Snyder, conductor *From Breath to Breath*, Elena Specht Symphony No. 2, James Barnes *Ad Astra*, Stephen Elsinger Michigan Youth Philharmonia Orchestra Michael Hopkins, conductor *Brandenburg Concerto No. 3*, J.S. Bach, arr. Merle J. Isaac *October*, Eric Whitacre *Capriol Suite*, Peter Warlock *The Horizon*, Yukiko Nishimura *St. Paul's Suite movement IV - The Darason*, Gustav Holst Michigan Youth Symphony Orchestra Jayce Ogren, conductor *Strum*, Jessie Montgomery *Two Elegiac Melodies, op. 34 - no. 2, The Spring*, Edvard Grieg Slavonic Dances, op. 46 (8), op. 72 (2, 7 and 8), Antonín Dvořák *Four Dance Episodes from Rodeo*, I. \"Buckaroo Holiday\" and IV. \"Hoe-down\", Aaron Copland ––– *Parking / Traffic alert for attendees:*

The U-M Euphonium & Tuba Ensemble, featuring students from the studio of Professor David Zerkel, performs a recital.

The Trombone Ensemble led by Professor David Jackson performs a recital.

The University of Michigan Percussion Ensemble is an ensemble known for bold artistry and innovation through their performances and project. The ensemble has collaborated with composers such as Michael Gordon, John Luther Adams, Emma O'Halloran, Tristan Perich, Susanna Hancock, Finola Merivale, Robert Maggio, Ted Babcock, Lesley Flanigan, Shruthi Rajeskhar, Jason Treuting, and Ivan Trevino. Recent recordings with Cantaloupe Records include the Grammy nominated *Sila: The Breath of the World* and *An Atlas of Deep Time* by John Luther Adams, as well as *Field of Vision* by Michael Gordon. The ensemble has performed at Caramoor Festival, Mass MoCA, Bang on a Can's Long Play Festival, and recently premiered Michael Gordon’s *Forest of Metal Objects* at The Met Cloisters in New York, collaborating with director Paul Lazar, choreographer Annie-B Parson, and artist Todd Colby.

Student ensembles perform from the Small Jazz Ensembles program, coached by Professors Andy Milne, Robert Hurst, Marion Hayden and Nate Winn. The groups range in size from duos to sextets, performing original and standard repertoire.

Student ensembles perform from the Small Jazz Ensembles program, coached by Professors Andy Milne, Robert Hurst, Marion Hayden and Nate Winn. The groups range in size from duos to sextets, performing original and standard repertoire.

The University of Michigan Campus Jazz Ensemble is the premier non-major jazz performing experience offered by SMTD, with membership by audition only. Dennis Wilson, conductor

The University of Michigan Jazz Ensemble is the most competitive of the University’s jazz ensembles. Open by audition only, most seats are filled by majors within the Department of Jazz & Contemporary Improvisation. Designed to rehearse, perform, and examine the repertoire of the jazz big band, the Jazz Lab Ensemble explores classic, historically significant repertoire as well as new arrangements and/or compositions. This is also a class that is intended to develop the necessary skills of section lead playing, rehearsal techniques, jazz phrasing and styles. Jazz Ensemble: Kris Johnson, conductor Jazz Lab Ensemble: Dennis Wilson, conductor

Don’t miss this extraordinary one-night-only event! The Collage Concert highlights the incredible range of SMTD ensembles and programs, with students performing one riveting work after another without pause. Recommended Ages: 3+

The University of Michigan Jazz Ensemble is the most competitive of the University’s jazz ensembles. Open by audition only, most seats are filled by majors within the Department of Jazz & Contemporary Improvisation. The ensemble meets twice a week for two hours, performs several times a semester on campus and off. Kris Johnson, conductor

The Michigan Youth Chamber Singers (MYCS) is a select SATB choir composed of outstanding vocalists from across the region. Students interact with U-M SMTD faculty and graduate students to perform challenging standard chamber choir repertoire. MYCS is open to advanced high-school aged singers as part of the Michigan Youth Ensembles program.